2009 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | STS | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |